Samsung appears to be developing two new budget-friendly earbud models: the Galaxy Buds Core and the Galaxy Buds 3 FE. The announcement comes after the release of the premium Galaxy Buds 3 Pro and the more affordable Galaxy Buds FE last fall. Interestingly, the naming of these earbuds has raised some eyebrows since they diverge from previous naming conventions.
Samsung is well-known for its unpredictability when it comes to branding its wireless earbuds compared to its smartphone lineup. For instance, the Galaxy Buds 3 and 3 Pro followed the release of the Galaxy Buds 2/2 Pro, but the Galaxy Buds FE did not have a direct predecessor. The confusion is compounded by the absence of sequels for models like the Galaxy Buds Plus and Galaxy Buds Live.
Despite the unusual naming choices, it is not surprising that Samsung is exploring these new models. The Galaxy Buds 3 FE is particularly notable, as many expected a Galaxy Buds 2 FE instead. The name “Galaxy Buds Core” has surfaced in discussions previously, often being linked to a low-cost alternative to the Galaxy Buds FE.
While details about the specifications and features of the Galaxy Buds 3 FE and Galaxy Buds Core remain unclear, their affordability is a key highlight. As of now, it’s unclear how these new models would differentiate from the existing Galaxy Buds FE. Moreover, the confirmation of these products is based on names discovered in a recent update of Samsung’s official Galaxy Buds Controller app.
Therefore, while it’s wise to remain skeptical about these developments, the potential addition of one or both of these new models to the Galaxy Buds lineup could occur as early as next month.